Da Vinci's The Last Supper (fresco)

Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper" is a renowned fresco painted around 1495-1498 in Milan, depicting Jesus’ final meal with his disciples before his crucifixion. It captures a tense, dramatic moment as Jesus announces one of them will betray him. The composition emphasizes symmetry and emotional expressions, with Jesus at the center forming a triangle, symbolizing stability and divinity. Leonardo’s masterful use of perspective draws viewers into the scene, enhancing its intimacy. Despite aging and damage over centuries, it remains a powerful visual narrative of betrayal, loyalty, and divine sacrifice, exemplifying Renaissance artistry and human emotion.